Van Gaal will spark instant revival says Robson

Manchester United can launch an immediate Premier League title challenge under new boss Louis van Gaal, says club legend Bryan Robson.

Van Gaal will take over at Old Trafford having led the Netherlands to the World Cup semi-finals in Brazil.

“I think United can bounce back straight away,” said Robson.

“You could see Holland were very well organised and there was discipline. Hopefully, he can bring that to Manchester. I think he will.”

The Red Devils head to the United States this week for a pre-season tour featuring matches against LA Galaxy, Roma, Real Madrid and Inter Milan, before returning for the start of the domestic season on 16 August.

Van Gaal takes over from David Moyes, who was sacked in April after only 10 months in charge as United finished seventh, the club’s worst Premier League showing.

Van Gaal was appointed on 19 May but has only just left his role as head coach of the Netherlands after guiding the Dutch to third place in Brazil.

The 62-year-old has also won league titles with Ajax, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and AZ Alkmaar.

“His CV is great,” said former England captain Robson, who spent 13 years at United. “He’s got great experience with top clubs and top players.”